More funny stories and wry observations with the bestselling Snake and Lizard.

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Reviews

Freya Daly Sadgrove, The Spinoff (NZ)–December 12, 2017

There are some real ethical dilemmas in this book, for which reason I think it would be really rewarding to read aloud and discuss with children. It would also be great for junior readers starting out with chapter books.

The Sampling (NZ)–November 28, 2017

The third in the marvellous Snake and Lizard series sees more gentle hilarity mixed with wise observations on life.

This will be a firm favourite with both adults and children – it’s a sure-fire bet for a present, or a classroom read-aloud.

Booksellers NZ–July 5, 2017

Much clever humour, and occasionally a small measure of sadness… Most deservedly a nominee for the NZ Children’s Book Awards.

Book Council (NZ)–April 8, 2017

Many of the tales are written in a way that could provoke deeper thinking (e.g., is eating another animal okay if it is not a friend?). These could provide a prompt for discussion, especially in classes of year 3 to year 5 students.

Starred review, Youth Services Book Review (US)–March 27, 2017

This would make a nice read aloud to younger elementary school children. Also recommend to kids who like animal stories like Frog and Toad by Lobel or the Little Bear stories by Minarik.

John McIntyre, Radio New Zealand–March 14, 2017

I love them. They’re warm, they’re witty.

The Source–February 22, 2017

Joy Cowley’s witty narrative will keep young readers amused. Gavin Bishop’s colour illustrations capture the various moods of the stories. The desert creatures are sympathetically depicted warts and all – yes, there are toads – and his beautiful endpapers display a wide range of birdlife.

Bob’s Book Blog (NZ)–February 22, 2017

Great read-a-loud for primary schools. Lots of wisdom here and justly called modern Fables in the Aesop mould.